TOEIC® Speaking and Writing Tests Score Overview

There is no passing or failing score on the TOEIC® Speaking and Writing tests. The tests measure different levels of ability. The single, continuous scale enables you to set attainable goals and measure progress as your skills improve.

How the Tests Are Scored

Test responses are scored based on specific evaluation criteria. Depending on which test you take, you will receive a Speaking score, a Writing score or both with a combined scale score.

Scoring Process

ETS uses a rigorous scoring process to ensure fair, reliable results. Test responses are sent through a secure online system and scored by certified and calibrated ETS raters, who are closely monitored throughout the process.

Multiple raters independently score responses to the Speaking and Writing tests. This ensures a level of fairness in the scoring process that traditional one-on-one interviews alone cannot provide.

Score Validity

Scores are used to measure your English proficiency at the time that a test is administered. Because English-language skills may improve or decline over time, a score report will not be reissued if two years have passed since taking the test. ETS does not require ETS Preferred Network members to retain test administration data beyond two years.